2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Idea | Materia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
