2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Move | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |