1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Mira | Arosa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |