2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 8 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 920 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.
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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS4 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
