2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 438 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Materia | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
