2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 129 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
