1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 964 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Mira | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
