1997 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A4 | Materia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |