2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 6 | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |