1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 7 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 675 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2003 Pontiac Aztek 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. 2003 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Mira | Aztek |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |