2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
