2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 207 is newer by 8 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 431 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, 2009 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 207 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.5 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 | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
