2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 333 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |