2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 112 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Materia | 323 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |