2003 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 450 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 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Prius | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prius | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
