2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Defender | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
