2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Prius | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
Model | Prius | Materia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |