2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 892 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Navigator | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2490 mm |
