2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Daihatsu Cuore were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 159 | Cuore |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |