2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 495 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
