2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 6 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
