2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Materia | Terios |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
