1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 528 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 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Mira | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |