2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
