2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Materia | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
