2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Cuore and 2009 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1195 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Durango (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Cuore | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 102 L |
