2009 Honda Element vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Element | Move |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
