2008 Renault Scenic vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Scenic (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Scenic | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
