1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 965 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | V | Materia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |