2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 847 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Materia | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
