2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C2 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. 2004 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C2 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
