2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Materia 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Materia SL
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.8 mm 84 mm
Top Speed 170 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 12.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 80 L


 

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