2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C3 | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 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 | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |