2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 156 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
