2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
