2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 10 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 525 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Move | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
