2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1810 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
