2004 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1392 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Baleno | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baleno | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
