2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Altis | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2815 mm |
