2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 357 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Materia | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |