2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Move. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Move | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Move | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |