1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 84 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Mira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
