1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 492 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Mira | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
