1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 780 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Cuore | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
