1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
