2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
