2005 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Baleno | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Baleno | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
