2005 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 732 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Baleno | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Baleno | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
