2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2490 mm |
