2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Materia | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |