2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 786 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 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Copen | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
