2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 888 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 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 2011 SsangYong Rodius. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Materia | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |