2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 670 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Move | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
