2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 854 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 Ford Freestar (320 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Freestar | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
