2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 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 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Move |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
