2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG TF would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2007 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Materia | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
