2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 900 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Move | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
