2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 725 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cuore | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
