2010 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. 2012 Volkswagen Polo has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Materia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
