2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 120 | Altis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
