2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Altis | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1667 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
