2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 555 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Materia | Diamante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |