1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 387 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 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
