2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 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 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 330 | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |