2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 905 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 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Move | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
