2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 915 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Picanto | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
