2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 110 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
