2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 430 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 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Mira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
