2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. Both 2001 Daihatsu Terios and 2009 Daihatsu Materia are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, both vehicles can yield 120 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:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Materia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
