2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Cuore and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Cuore 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Cuore Touareg
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 4171 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 310 HP
Torque 88 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 100 L


 

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