2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Move | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
