2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 310 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 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daihatsu Cuore 2008 Ford Mustang
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Cuore Mustang
Year Released 2004 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 61 L


 

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