2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 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 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spectra | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
