1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 1999 Suzuki Baleno has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
