2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 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 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1035 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
