2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 920 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cuore | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
