2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2009 Volvo S80 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. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Cuore | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
