2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
