1999 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
