2006 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 2006 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2003 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 745 | Altis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
