2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 416 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 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
