2005 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Combo | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
