2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 919 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Cuore | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |