2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Kia Towner
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Towner weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Materia | Towner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1820 mm |
