2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima and 2005 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Altima | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 103 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |