2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
