2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 946 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Cuore | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 102 L |
