2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Navara | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
