2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1141 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
