2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1019 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Move 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Move Tacoma
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L