2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 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 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1043 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
