1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Mira | Sportage |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |