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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 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 816 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 (325 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 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 | 3900 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |
