1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Mira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |
