2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Materia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
