2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 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 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
