2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1579 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | F-150 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 36 L |
