2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2002 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
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, 2002 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2002 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2002 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
