2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Hummer | Suzuki |
| Model | H3 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
