2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
