2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
