2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 804 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Malibu | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
