2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 910 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 Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
