2005 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2002 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Altis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
