2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
