2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 5 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 5 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
