2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 926 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mountaineer | Baleno |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |