2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 660 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Mira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 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 | 1320 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
