2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 969 kg more than 1996 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
