2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 2001 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Materia | Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |