2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 2006 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (868 Nm) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 868 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
