1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Move | Terios |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
