1996 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 765 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Lexus | Daihatsu |
| Model | ES | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
