2005 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
