2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Materia | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |