1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
