2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 656 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Materia | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |