2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
