2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2655 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 186 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
