2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
