2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 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 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move. 2004 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Seat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ibiza | Move |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
