1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 145 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xantia | Materia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |