2005 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 454 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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sentra | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
