2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Move and 2003 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 241 kg more 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2003 Skoda Fabia
Make Daihatsu Skoda
Model Move Fabia
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm


 

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