2004 Acura EL vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | EL | Move |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
