2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 672 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
