2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 762 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2011 Citroen C5 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. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
Model | Materia | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |