2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Venture | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |