2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Altis | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
