2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1561 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cuore | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3000 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2913 mm |
