2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion

To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu Move and 2000 Ford Desert Excursion were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion weights approximately 483 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 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Move 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Move Desert Excursion
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 6800 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 576 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2540 mm