2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1414 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Move | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
