2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 493 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
