2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Citroen C2 (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C2 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 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 |
