2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Materia | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |