2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 655 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
