2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Kusabi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Kusabi weights approximately 320 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
