2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Move | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
