2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 969 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
