2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 639 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
