2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 339 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Qashqai | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
