2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1996 Dodge Ram 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 1996 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3530 mm |
