2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 330 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
