Suzuki Baleno 1995 vs Volkswagen Golf 1993
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 75 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 135 NM | 202 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 13.4 seconds | |
| Suzuki Baleno engine produces 15 HP less power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 67 NM less than Volkswagen Golf. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | 5.1 | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Suzuki Baleno consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Baleno could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 890 km on highway | 1390 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 630'000 km | 630'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Citroen Xantia, Suzuki Vitara | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi 80, Volkswagen Vento, Seat Alhambra | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Volkswagen Golf engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine: This engine stands out for its durability and generally remains trouble-free until it has been used extensively over many years. Despite its robust construction, the wear and tear from prolonged use, ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.38 m | 4.34 m | |
| Width: | 1.69 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Suzuki Baleno is 4 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Baleno is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 466 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1377 litres | 1426 litres | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Suzuki Baleno has 91 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. This could mean that the Suzuki Baleno uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 49 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Baleno is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Suzuki Baleno can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`520 | 1`695 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Suzuki Baleno has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volkswagen Golf, so Suzuki Baleno quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.0/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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