2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |