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


 

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