2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Golf | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
