2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 BMW 320

To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Move and 2004 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daihatsu Move 2004 BMW 320
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model Move 320
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 63 L


 

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