2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
