2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Uplander | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |