2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 321 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.
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, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
