2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1155 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Cuore | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
