1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Kia Sephia II is newer by 5 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 240 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, 2002 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2002 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
