2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 860 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
