2006 Mini One vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
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 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | One | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
