2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 309 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Materia | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
