2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 159 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 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 2000 Citroen C 15 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
