2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 71 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |