2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 369 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
