2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 987 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
