2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Cuore | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |