1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1565 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 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Mira | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3001 mm |