1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2356 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 167 L |
