2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 514 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 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX-7 | Move |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 37 L |
