2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 539 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, 2008 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| 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 | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
