2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1146 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Cuore | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
