2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1995 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 1995 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1995 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
