2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 570 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
