2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8

To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Altis and 2002 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.

Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 2002 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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