2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 655 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Cuore | ION |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
