2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 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, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Altis | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Altis | Atos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
