2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Cuore and 2004 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 952 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.
Because 2004 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 369 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |