2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Materia | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |