2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1005 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Move | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
