2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Cuore | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |