2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1690 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.
Because 2008 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. 2008 Lexus LS 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. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Cuore | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 84 L |
