2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 633 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.
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, 2008 Volvo S40 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Copen | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
