1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
