2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | BLS | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
