1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 753 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 2012 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Mira | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
