2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Materia | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
