2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 12 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Multipla | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
