2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 543 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Materia | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1367 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |