1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1230 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 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Cuore | Mariner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |