2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Cuore | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |
