1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1020 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 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
