2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 235 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2473 mm |
