2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.

Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. 2002 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Altis 2007 Toyota Tacoma
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Altis Tacoma
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Size 2362 cc 2693 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3250 mm


 

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