2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Altis | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
