2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2004 Ford Puma
To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Altis and 2004 Ford Puma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma. 2004 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2004 Ford Puma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Altis | Puma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |