1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1518 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mira | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
