2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 700 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 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Daihatsu |
| Model | XJ | Materia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |
