2005 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 478 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.
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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
