1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
