2012 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 842 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Escape | 2004 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escape | Move |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 L |