1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1140 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 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
