2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 485 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 2004 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Move | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
