2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 786 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
