2005 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2003 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Move | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
