2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio 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) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
