2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 355 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, 2002 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. 2002 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Stratus | Materia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
