2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 759 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Malibu | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
