1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 479 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, 2009 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Forte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |
