2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 147 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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Fiat Linea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Linea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |