2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
