2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Altis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
