2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 2007 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | HHR | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
