2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Materia | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |