2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 565 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2635 mm |
