2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Altis | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
