2003 Toyota Prius vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Prius | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prius | Move |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
