1998 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 367 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. 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 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Materia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
