1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 696 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xantia | Mira |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |