2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1776 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 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
