1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
