2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
