2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Copen | D8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
