2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Cuore and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Cuore | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
