1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 16 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 201 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 152 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
