2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sportage | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
