2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Equinox | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |