2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Altis | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
