2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
