1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 59 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cirrus | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
