1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Move | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
