1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 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 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 64 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 64 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 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 | 55 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
