2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Puma weights approximately 235 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, 2005 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Ford Puma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Puma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |