2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (236 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (320 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | TT | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
