2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 946 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherokee | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
