1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 769 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Mira | Carens |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |