2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Copen | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
