1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2280 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 167 L |
