2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 492 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.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2005 Honda NSX 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. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Materia | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |