2009 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 587 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 Pontiac G6 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Pontiac | Daihatsu |
| Model | G6 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
