2006 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 336 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.
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 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
