2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | ESX 3 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
