1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Galaxy. 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 Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |