2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2005 Lexus LS

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Altis and 2005 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 420 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.

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