2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Micra (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Micra | Materia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
