1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 947 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 2000 Ford Escape 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. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Domino | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |