2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
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 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palio | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |
