2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 330 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Materia | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |