2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
