2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 802 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Materia | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
