2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 590 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
