2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |