2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Altis and 2005 Infiniti QX56 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1011 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.

Because 2005 Infiniti QX56 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 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Altis 2005 Infiniti QX56
Make Daihatsu Infiniti
Model Altis QX56
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2362 cc 5555 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 529 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 2431 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3140 mm


 

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