2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 985 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Equinox | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
