2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 315 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, 2002 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |