2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. 2004 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Altis | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |