2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 20 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 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
Model | Drifter | Materia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1493 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1035 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |