2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 783 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
