2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
