1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xantia and 1998 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 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, both vehicles can yield 133 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:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xantia | Baleno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |