2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Cuore and 2007 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 698 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
