2009 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
