2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1040 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 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Cuore | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
