2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Materia | 2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |