2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 553 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2004 Volkswagen Bora
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Move Bora
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1368 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 55 L


 

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