2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2005 Jaguar XJR

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Altis and 2005 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 288 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 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR. 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 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Altis 2005 Jaguar XJR
Make Daihatsu Jaguar
Model Altis XJR
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2362 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 554 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1708 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3040 mm


 

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