2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |