2008 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Citi | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 36 L |
