1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 925 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Xedos |
| Model | Mira | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
