2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 36 L |
