2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 kg more 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 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
