2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback Sport | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
