2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 242 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |