2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Altis | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |