2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1175 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 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
