1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 13 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3078 mm |
