2005 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Move and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 841 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2005 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Move | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
