2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Altis | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
