2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 538 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Colorado | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
