2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1846 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
