2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 769 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
