1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 684 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |