2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 164 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Materia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
