2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 153 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 Hyundai i10 (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | i10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
