1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. 2006 Ford Freestar 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. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
