2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 415 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
