2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 475 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Materia | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |