2005 Daihatsu Move vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2012 Citroen C4 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. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Move | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Move | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
