2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 MG TF

To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Cuore and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 300 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 MG TF 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 MG TF. 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daihatsu Cuore 2004 MG TF
Make Daihatsu MG
Model Cuore TF
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 989 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 18.2 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 50 L


 

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