2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
