2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz B and 2006 Daihatsu Cuore were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
| Model | B | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
