2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
