2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 829 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Copen | ix35 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |