2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 533 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
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 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Cuore | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
