2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 685 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Cuore | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
