2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
