2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio II | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
