2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 243 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Move |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3341 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
