1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2469 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |
