1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen Xantia 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xantia Camry
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1762 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm


 

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