2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Nubira and 2007 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Nubira | Copen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
