2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
