2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Cuore | 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |