2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Skoda | Daihatsu |
Model | Octavia | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |