2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour.
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 MCC ForFour (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 MCC ForFour 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 | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
Model | Materia | ForFour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |