2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
