2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 670 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.
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 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Move | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1993 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
