2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 631 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
