2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 750 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Raider | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 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 | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2390 mm |
