2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Materia | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |