2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cuore | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
