2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1065 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Copen | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
