2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (171 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
