2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 9 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 156 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
