1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | E | Materia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |