2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Altis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
