1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |