2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2400 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 167 L |
