2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Materia | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |