2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 400 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Cuore | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
