2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
