1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 516 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
