2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Materia | EV Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 398 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |