2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 625 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 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Move | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
