1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Xedos |
| Model | Domino | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
