2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
