2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xsara | Materia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |