2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Move 1996 Suzuki Vitara
Make Daihatsu Suzuki
Model Move Vitara
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1360 kg