1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 690 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Mira | Captiva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |