2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 592 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 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Commander | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
