2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
