2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,768 cc, 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (118 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 228 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.
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 Nissan Almera (161 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Almera | Materia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
