2004 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, both 2004 Suzuki Baleno and 2004 Vauxhall Meriva were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki Baleno | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
Model | Baleno | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |