2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. Both 2006 Daihatsu Sirion and 2003 Suzuki Baleno are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirion | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
