2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 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 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Materia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
