2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | TT | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
