2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 895 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 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 | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |