2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |