2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 689 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Journey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
