2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Matiz would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
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2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Matiz | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |