2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Altis | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
