2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 140 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | Croma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
