2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 561 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Cuore 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Cuore Passat
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 3597 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2750 RPM
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 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 70 L