2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
