2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
