2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, both 2011 Daihatsu Cuore and 2011 Alpina D3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina D3 (211 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 795 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 2011 Alpina D3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alpina |
| Model | Cuore | D3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
