2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 5 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Strada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |