2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 667 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |