2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Citi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |