2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 104 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 1992 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
