2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 441 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Ka |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |