2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 329 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Cuore | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |