2005 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
