1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
