2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Cuore | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |