1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 466 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 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (334 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Mira | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1252 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
