2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
