2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 139 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |