2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Twingo 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. 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 (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Twingo 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 | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
