1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Falcon | Move |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |