1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 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 1999 GMC Suburban 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 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Suburban | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | GMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Materia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 455 Nm | 132 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |