2003 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, both 2003 BMW 320 and 2003 Daihatsu Altis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2003 Daihatsu Altis | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 320 | Altis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |