2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1155 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2354 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
