2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
