2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Altis and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
