2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Altis | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
