2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
