2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |