2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Altis | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
