1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1259 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Mira | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
