1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2007 Dodge Caravan 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. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Mira | Caravan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |