1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 949 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Mira | Vue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |