2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Express | Materia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |