2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 830 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2004 Honda Accord 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. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
