2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 257 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, 2007 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |