1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 505 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 2000 Renault Grand Espace. 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, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Mira | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |