2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 591 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Mira |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |