2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 501 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 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
| Model | Altis | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
