1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
