2005 Fiat Idea 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 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Idea | Materia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |