2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
