2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 487 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
Model | Materia | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |