2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 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.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2011 Daihatsu Copen
Make Porsche Daihatsu
Model 911 Copen
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 61 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 56.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 305 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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