2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 364 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.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
