1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 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 1995 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1995 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Mira | Intrepid |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |