2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Subaru R2

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Move and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 55 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 Subaru R2 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 Subaru R2 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 Subaru R2 (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2003 Subaru R2
Make Daihatsu Subaru
Model Move R2
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 30 L


 

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