2012 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Materia | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Materia | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
