2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Materia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
