2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Strada | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
