1991 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
