2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 446 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 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Move | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
