2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Cee'd | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
