2004 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
