2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 434 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
