2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1995 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 Infiniti G20 (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 1995 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1995 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Materia | G20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |