2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 547 kg more than 2007 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
