2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 11 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Spark | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
