1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 209 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2. 1998 Audi AL2 has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi AL2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Audi AL2 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | AL2 | Materia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |