2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 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), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 588 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2011 Hyundai Azera 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. 2011 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Materia | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
