2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Liberty | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
