2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
