1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2061 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.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 3216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |