2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
