2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 97 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |