2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
