1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 984 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Mira | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |