2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 865 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 2002 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
