1991 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 8 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 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, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
