2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
