2004 Mercury Marauder vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Marauder 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 2004 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Marauder | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Marauder | Move |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 431 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |