2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol.
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, 2011 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 2011 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
