2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
