1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
