2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
