2011 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Materia | Carens |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |