2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Altis and 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.

Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Altis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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