2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
