2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Altis | 118 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
