1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
