1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Cuore | Baja |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
