2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
