2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Materia | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |