2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 4 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 171 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, 2012 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
