1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1042 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Daihatsu Mira 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Daihatsu Jeep
Model Mira Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1998 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3050 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 86.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 792 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 87 L


 

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