2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bantam | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
