1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 100 L |
