2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Rio weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
