2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Materia | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |