1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 713 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 70 L |
