2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Altis | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2992 mm |