1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |