2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 420 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
