2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1115 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
