2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Materia | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
