2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altis | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2873 mm |
