2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Altis | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
