1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 288 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1997 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Mira | Sephia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |