2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2001 Honda Fit

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Materia 2001 Honda Fit
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Materia Fit
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 42 L