2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 87 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |