1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 301 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
