1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. 2007 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Domino | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |