2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palio | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
