2008 Honda Element vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Element | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
