2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 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 | 1020 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
