2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2003 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 36 L |
