2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 635 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
