2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1005 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 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |
