2005 Daihatsu Move vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 260 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Move | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 48 L |
