2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 297 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Cuore | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |