2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 703 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
