1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 2013 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 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Mira | Savana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |