1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sonata | Materia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
