2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 110 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Materia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
