2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
