2009 Ford Flex vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Flex | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
