1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 905 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Mira | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 68 L |
