2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 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 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Altis | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |