2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 297 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |