2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 13 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 715 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobalt | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
