1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Maverick |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |