2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Move and 2003 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2003 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2003 Ford Falcon 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. 2003 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
