2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1996 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-350 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
