2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Materia | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
