2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1438 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Copen | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |