2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 89 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |