2000 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move. 2001 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2001 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Focus | Move |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
