2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 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 (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara 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:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
