2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
