2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 429 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.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escape | Move |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
