1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 710 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 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
