2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Altima | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |
