2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 5 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Materia | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
