1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1464 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 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Durango |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
