2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Cuore and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 785 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.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Cuore 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Cuore C
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 160 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 745 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 62 L


 

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