1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Jeep | Daihatsu |
| Model | Wrangler | Materia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
