2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | Verada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
