2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Move and 2003 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 985 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 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2003 Nissan Murano
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Move Murano
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 82 L


 

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