2001 Audi AL2 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi AL2 (330 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2001 Audi AL2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi AL2 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | AL2 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1035 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
