2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Siena weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Fiat Siena (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
