2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2012 Peugeot 5008 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. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2735 mm |
