2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1773 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Cuore | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 117 L |