2006 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Cuore | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
