2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cuore | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
