2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol 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) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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 Symbol (160 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Symbol 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 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
