2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Materia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
