1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
