2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 963 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Materia | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |