2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Daihatsu | Scion |
Model | Materia | xD |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |