2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1238 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2013 BMW 7 Series
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model Move 7 Series
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 2053 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 5214 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 2134 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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