2001 Acura TL vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 830 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TL | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
