2012 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1829 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Cuore | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
