2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Daihatsu Materia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xsara | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |