2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Seicento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.5 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 | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |