2003 Lexus LX vs. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Lexus | Daihatsu |
| Model | LX | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
