2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 703 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Copen | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |