2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 470 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
