1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1427 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Mira | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 75 L |
