2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 952 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Liberty | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
