2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tipper | Materia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
