2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Materia | Partner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
