2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
