1997 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 812 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
