2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Altis | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |