2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 218 kg more than 2010 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 Kia Cerato (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cerato | Materia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
