2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Altis | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
