2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia

To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 GAZ 3111 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 2003 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 GAZ 3111 2012 Daihatsu Materia
Make GAZ Daihatsu
Model 3111 Materia
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2285 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2560 mm