2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 263 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 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Mustang | Materia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |