1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
