2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
| Model | ML | Materia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
