2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
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, 2004 Daihatsu Move (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Move | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
