2000 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Espace | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Espace | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
