2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Baleno |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |