1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1249 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 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Mira | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
