2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
