2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 MG TF

To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Move and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 385 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 MG TF 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 MG TF. 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daihatsu Move 2004 MG TF
Make Daihatsu MG
Model Move TF
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 989 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 50 L


 

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