1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |