1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1649 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 2009 GMC Yukon. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Mira | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
