2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
